Alison shares her story of breaking through her battle with anxiety and how she went on to fulfill her childhood dream of starting her business Ask Ali Ltd.

Key Takeaways

Life doesn't always go to plan - Life often throws us curveballs, try your best to keep going and remember that you aren't always going to be offered everything on a plate, think of your journey as stepping stones to getting where you want to be.

Find out what you are good at - It is important to discover what you are good at alongside what you enjoy. Try to follow your own path, it's not for others to decide or guide you in what it is you enjoy, by all means, listen and consider what is being said, but make decisions for you!

I can do - One of Alison's affirmations, try using this phrase to give yourself the inner belief you need to succeed in whatever you are striving for.

Links to Alison

Social media: Instagram Twitter  Facebook

Website: www.mywellnesstoolbox.co.uk

Links to Book recommendations

My Wellness Toolbox by Alison Swift
 
Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/My-Wellness-Toolbox-Alison-Swift/dp/1789014816/ref=asc_df_1789014816/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310834580283&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14422851335658798906&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006567&hvtargid=pla-565192732781&psc=1&th=1&psc=1

You can heal your life by Louise Hay
Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/You-Can-Heal-Your-Life/dp/0937611018

The Secret Hardcover by Rhonda Byrne
Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Secret-Rhonda-Byrne/dp/1847370292/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IFNDJHTT9LG0&keywords=the+secret&qid=1565562388&s=books&sprefix=the+se%2Cstripbooks%2C174&sr=1-1

Other Links mentioned in today's episode:

Reiki Federation - https://www.reikifed.co.uk/

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I'm back!

Thanks to all of you who have sent me messages over the last 14 odd weeks, my absence was not planned, but all is well and now I'm back. 

Listen in to why I have had a short break and why it's important to have a good work-life balance and to taking care of your mental health, especially when you are doing all you can to find a career you are passionate about. 

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Umesh found himself leaving university not once but twice, in search of his dream job. In Episode 25, Umesh explains how he was able to learn and create his business away from the allure of university life.

Key Takeaways

Take Action - It is easy to get motivation, but unless you take your first step, you will always be left wondering what if.

Build Habits - It is so easy to pick up bad habits and put off what it is you want to achieve. Instead try to build good habits to create a routine of you working on learning, practicing or improving your skills or knowledge.

Education Can Be Found Anywhere - Yes you can find education in the traditional places, but remember you have a wealth of information avalible to you. Try to work out what it is you need to learn and how you learn best before finding a solution that best fits both of these.

Don't Fear Making a Change - If something isn't working, don't put off making a change. The longer you wait, the more time you will waste.

Be Confident and Personable - No matter if you are looking to get clients, secure employment in your dream job or even collaborating with someone, you will need to have a certain amount of confidence. Equally, try to be as likable as possible, because we would all rather work with people we like... wouldn't we? 

Umesh's recommendations

Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too  by Gary Vaynerchuk

Amazon Book Link - https://amzn.to/2Ddrixk
Auidable Audio Book Link - https://amzn.to/2P9GOiA

Elliott Hulse - Go Hard (Motivational Speach)

Steven Bartlett - stevenbartlett.com

Where to find and follow Umesh
linkedin.com/in/umesh-bhatt/
pulsepixel.com
youtube

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Louise shares how she is a humming bird, in that she hasn't found and settled for a job that fulfilled her from day 1. She has moved from job to job until she found herself getting work savvy.

Key Takeaways

Don't be overwhelmed by choice - Focus on what it is you want to do and what drives you, there will be things sent to distract you, but try and focus on what it is you are setting your sights on.

Avoid the fear of failure or being shamed by others - You may think a task is too big to achieve or how you will feel or what others will say if you fail. Although this is a possibility, this is something that can prevent you even starting. So take a chance and don't let others bring you down.

Be best person you can be! - Treat others like you wish to be treated as .

Get a mentor or coach - Find someone that relates to you and remember there are many sources of where mentors share their tips for free. ( E.g. Podcasts, YouTube or Blogs)

Recommendations

SLIGHT EDGE by Jeff Olson   

Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2uV47Dk

Triggers: Creating Behavior That Lasts--becoming the Person You Want to Be by Marshall Goldsmith

Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2uTVWra
Auidable Link - https://amzn.to/2UEXXWp

Find Louise here:

Website - louisecartwright.com
Podcast - Lifepreneur Podcast
Facebook - facebook.com/LouiseCartwrightOrr/
Facebook Group - facebook.com/groups/MyHappySpace/

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Anthea shares with us how she went from a successful career in HR to build her own business in leadership and management using her expertise in people management.

Key Takeaways

Know your self - follow your own path, as you are the one who has to live with the choices you make.

Be the best version of your self - if you are able to find what makes you happy, you will become more focused, passionate and driven vs anyone who is just in it for the money.

Be aware of and try to avoid Impostor Syndrome - Many of us will question why we are good enough, what gives us the right etc. It's quite normal to have these feelings, but if you do have them, try and focus on the positives!

Redundancy is an opportunity - If you are ever unfortunately made redundant, don't take it too personally, remember it's the role that is made redundant and not you. Use this as a time to rediscover what you enjoy and reinvent what you do!

Anthea's Recommendations

Leadership: The Multiplier Effect Hardcover by Andy Cope
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2JSHw4V

The Art of Being Brilliant: Transform Your Life by Doing What Works For You by Andy Cope
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2HO1PhW
Auidable Link - https://amzn.to/2WD2S7R

Find Anthea here -
Linkedin linkedin.com/in/anthea-marris/
Website - antheamarrisconsulting.com/

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Emma Sheardown is a Motivational Speaker who previously had a career in International Para Dressage.

Not only does Emma share her incredible story, including the challenges she has overcome, but she also explains how she found her new career after loosing what was for the longest time, her way of life.

Congratulations to Emma who has also been booked to speak at her first TedX talk! Congratulations Emma, thank you for appearing on this weeks show and we wish you much success for the future.

Key Takeaways

Make a Plan - even if you have what you think is a path that is perfect for you.

Mental Preparation - be less emotional and prepare for the good and bad scenarios to help you deal with anything that arrives.

Train as if it is real - Put as much effort into your training as if you were being paid like the top professionals. If you have that mindset then you will push yourself to get better.

No such thing as can't - Emma was told she woudn't be able to walk, yet she was able to defy the odds and win a gold and silver medal riding a horse.

No excuses - Excuses are things that we use to tell us it's ok not to bother. Don't be that person that lives with regret!

Emma's Recommendations
Unleash Your Awesome: No More Excuses. No More Complaining. Own Your Life and Live It by Taz Thornton (Listen to Taz's interview in Episode 16)
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2JBJlmu

How to find Emma
Website - emmasheardown.com
Facebook - facebook.com/ESheardownMotivationalSpeaker
Twitter - twitter.com/sheardown_emma
Linkedin - linkedin.com/in/esheardown-motivationalspeaker/


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This week, Episode 21 no less, I jump into the interview chair as John Hinchliffe was kind enough to offer his time as the interviewer! So firstly a massive thank you to John!

Join me as I explain how I found my way into the world of E-Products, what on earth an E-Products developer does.

( For those who noticed I introduce myself as an E-Products manager, I have been promoted into the manager position since recording this episode)

Key Takeaways

Don't Settle - if you find yourself getting comfortable then push yourself to take that next step.

Don't worry about getting found out as a inposter - most people experience this feeling, if this is something that is stopping you from taking that risk, or striving to find your dream job then try to put this to the back of your mind!

Be positive - For me, I would want to be around those positive people over those who have more of a negative outlook. So be positive and believe in what you are trying to achieve!

Get started - even the experts were beginners at one point, start learning, start building your skills, knowledge and experience in whatever way you can!

My Recommendations

Youtility: Why Smart Marketing is About Help not Hype by Jay Baer
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2UDBw0I
Auidable Link - https://amzn.to/2THb2iy

Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too By Gary Vaynerchuk
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2UL4YC9
Auidable Link - https://amzn.to/2HqEXEP

Creativity Inc by Ed Catmull

Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2HolR2q
Auidable Link - https://amzn.to/2Hoxjeb

E-Learning Network

MOOC's an example of a provider of these is Future Learn

LinkedIn - find my profile Linked below

Where to find me
facebook.com/GetWorkSavvy/
twitter.com/GetWorkSavvy
www.linkedin.com/in/getworksavvy/

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This week we speak to Ruchita and find out how she found herself starting and making a success of Masala Masters. 

 Key Takeaways

What is happiness - when you answer this question, try and be honest and stay true to yourself! If your not truly happy with how you spend your time, then make a change!

Take any training / learning experiences on - even if you don’t see it as your forever job, you never know when you may use those skills in the future!

If you aren’t academic then its not the end of the world - Focus on how you can use your skills and talents to demonstrate how awesome you are! 

Shout about what you are doing! - I know it is hard to self promote your skills or business, but no one else is going to do it for you. A group that has helped me to improve in this area is the SoPro group. Run by Donna Phillips and Maureen Kane, the group helps you to improve your exposure and support you with creating more effective marketing using social media.
If you are interested in seeing what its all about contact Donna or Maureen or visit their website https://www.sociallypro.co/sopro-hub/.
(Not a paid for advertisement or affiliate link)

Don’t overlook the basics -  As Ruchita explained, it is so important to learn the basics, so make sure you invest the time in learning what you may consider the simple things before you seek out more advanced training. 

Expect slow progression, not success overnight! – it is easy to give up when we don't see that overnight success. Remember to be patient and keep making those small improvements and try not to panic if you don't see success overnight.

Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, masalamasters.co.uk

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Welcome to episode 19 of the Get Work Savvy podcast where we discover how people have found a way to get paid for what they are passionate about.

This week we speak to Chris and find out what it really takes to work in the world of Careers advice.

Key Takeaways

Sometimes you don’t always have all the answers – It can be daunting to realise you wont always have all of the answers, but remember no one does! Especially at the start of your career. 

Take your opportunities - you never know where an opportunity may lead. If it feels right, why not go for it?!

Try to be open minded – we are all guilty of it, but try to avoid seeing things from out own echo chamber, how will that help you o develop other thoughts otherwise?

Chris's Book Recommendation

How to Get a Job You Love 2019 - 2020 Edition by John Lees
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2NEDYBo

Knockout CV by John Lees
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2Ugh1XD

13 Things That Don't Make Sense: The Most Intriguing Scientific Mysteries of Our Time by Michael Brooks
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2TcUw9G
Audio book - https://amzn.to/2XzV6N6

Prisoners of Geography: Ten Maps That Tell You Everything You Need to Know About Global Politics by Tim Marshall
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2XvStvL
Audio book -https://amzn.to/2EHAzyK

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2EHNTmY
Audio book - https://amzn.to/2EIgLeD 

Careers Professionals and Organisations to check out.

Jannet College – http://www.outstandingcareers.co.uk/

National Careers Week

Careers Development Institute https://www.thecdi.net/Home

James Willmot 

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Have you ever considered what its like to introduce a TV show, or get paid for reading a script? This week we find out just what it takes to work as Voice Over artist.

Welcome to episode 18 of the Get Work Savvy podcast where we discover how people have found a way to get paid for what they are passionate about.

This week we speak to Gary and find out how he followed his dream of working in broadcasting, specifically in the world of Audio Voice over work.

Gary's Key Takeaways
Go for it! - Have confidence in pursuing your dream, Gary was told he shouldn’t pursue his dream of getting into broadcasting and now more so than ever there are more opportunities for us to find a way of excelling in what you do. 

Get experience – not only will this help you learn your craft but also it will also enable you to demonstrate why you are the best fit for the role you are applying for or proving your worthiness if your working for yourself.

Find the right equipment to suit you and your budget – Its important to consider your budget and get the basics right, if we look at Gary’s example, you can invest in a post microphone, but if you don’t have a quiet recording space or have the interface to support it, then it wont guarantee a better quality product. 

If you don’t buy a ticket you wont stand a chance - As Gary explained apply or audition a is often as you can, in his industry often you are lucky to get a response 1 in 10 times you apply. 

Have a tough skin – you will find those who don’t believe in you or what you do, but equally you will have those that are your biggest fan’s. 

Treat any failures as a lesson – You are going to make a mistake, its important to understand that no one is perfect. Instead of giving up or being too hard on yourself, use this as an opportunity to learn how do this differently in future.

Gary's Book Recommendation
You Too Can Make Money In Voice Overs by Sharon Brogden
Amazon Link - https://amzn.to/2GWLAid

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